About SKUPlugs

What is SKUPlugs, and how does it help automate my eCommerce business?

SKUPlugs is an advanced integration platform designed to automate essential operations for online businesses by connecting your eCommerce store, marketplace accounts, and POS/ERP systems into one seamless workflow. Instead of manual product updates, stock levels, and processing of orders, SKUPlugs automates these in real time with huge time savings and greatly reduced human errors. It synchronises inventory across all sales channels, instantly updates product information, and sends orders back to your Point of Sale or ERP without needing any downloads or manual uploads. This ensures that your business will never have incorrect stock levels and can't oversell or undersell. SKUPlugs will also automate price updates, customer data flow, and product listings based on your setup. The platform is particularly helpful if you are a retailer dealing with multi-store or multi-channel sales. Because of this automation, there's more time to focus on marketing, fulfilment, and scaling your business instead of wasting hours each day manually controlling backend operations.

Which platforms and marketplaces can I integrate using SKUPlugs?

SKUPlugs supports a wide range of eCommerce platforms, marketplaces, and POS/ERP systems, making it suitable for businesses of all sizes. You can integrate major online store platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento and BigCommerce, along with popular marketplaces such as Amazon, Walmart Marketplace, Farfetch, Lazada, Dubai Store, Noon, and many others depending on your region. For physical retail systems and business management platforms, SKUPlugs connects with Lightspeed, Square, Zoho Inventory, Loyverse, Vend, Ready2order, Locafox and several more. These integrations allow seamless data flow between your offline and online operations, helping you unite your inventory and order management in one place. SKUPlugs is continuously working to expand its integration list according to the demand that arises from customer needs. Be it a single online store or the management of various marketplaces across the globe, SKUPlugs lets you connect to the locations for correct inventory, smooth orders, and automation of product updates on every channel where you sell.

How does SKUPlugs manage real-time inventory sync across multiple sales channels?

SKUPlugs ensures real-time inventory synchronization by tracking every stock change within your primary system, be it a POS, ERP, or eCommerce platform, and pushing immediate updates to all connected channels. When any particular product sells on any marketplace or your website, the instant stock level reduction happens everywhere to avoid overselling. The platform supports the use of sophisticated API connections and automated background processes running in continuous intervals to make sure your inventory is always accurate. Centrally controlled inventory means you can manage stock with one system while the platform disseminates updates across all other channels. In case you update the quantity manually or receive a new shipment for your POS or ERP, SKUPlugs shows that change in your online stores in just a few seconds. This real-time synchronization is extremely important for multi-channel vendors who have fast-moving products or high sales volume. By ensuring stock accuracy at all times, SKUPlugs helps gain and retain customer trust while reducing fulfillment-related issues.

Does SKUPlugs support order syncing from marketplaces to my POS/ERP?

Yes, SKUPlugs does support full order synchronization from marketplaces and e-shops directly to your POS or ERP. When customers place an order on platforms such as Amazon, Shopify, WooCommerce, or other systems. SKUPlugs picks up that order and routes it to your desired POS or ERP in real-time. This ensures your staff is able to handle all orders from a single system and will not have to log into separate dashboards or manually import orders that were placed on disparate platforms. The synced order would have customer information, product SKUs, quantities, payment information, and shipping details. Additionally, after processing or fulfilling the order within your POS/ERP, SKUPlugs can automatically update the order status back to the marketplace in supported integrations. This reduces manual work, eliminates errors, and keeps your operations centralized. For businesses handling high volumes of daily orders, SKUPlugs with its automated order synchronization becomes imperative for smooth workflow, faster fulfillment, and accurate inventory updates across all connected channels.

Can I integrate multiple online stores with one POS or ERP account through SKUPlugs?

Yes, SKUPlugs lets you connect multiple eCommerce stores or marketplace accounts to a single POS or ERP system. This feature is very helpful if you have been running multiple Shopify stores, regional marketplace accounts, or different branded websites. SKUPlugs aggregates all inventory and order data from these stores and maps them correctly onto your POS or ERP. It doesn't matter whether you sell through one or a hundred online channels; SKUPlugs keeps your central inventory with real-time accuracy by subtracting stock whenever there is a sale on any connected channel. We also route every order back to your POS/ERP so that you are able to manage fulfilment from a single system. If necessary, SKUPlugs can apply different pricing rules, product mappings, and stock configurations for each store. This multi-channel flexibility helps businesses expand online without worry about inventory mismatch, data duplication, or complex manual processes, making it highly reliable in the case of multi-store management and seamless unified operations.

How secure is my store data when using SKUPlugs integrations?

SKUPlugs prioritizes data security and uses industry-standard methods to protect all information exchanged between your systems. All integrations operate through secure APIs, ensuring encrypted data transfer in every single step of the process. No sensitive information on any level, such as payment details, is kept on the servers of SkuPlugs. The platform solely processes the necessary information that will be in use, such as inventory, orders, product information, or customer information, for synchronization purposes only. SKUPlugs adheres to various best practices to prevent unauthorized access, which include HTTPS encryption, secured access keys, restricted API tokens, and role-based authentication. Data are processed based on strict privacy policies and agreements, and it is never shared with third-party companies. You are the only one who authorizes which platforms would be connected and what permissions can be granted. Regular monitoring of the system, audits, and infrastructure updates are performed to maintain a high level of security and uptime. Businesses can trust SKUPlugs with multi-channel integrations without worrying about any potential compromises in safety regarding their online store, marketplace accounts, or internal POS/ERP data.

What is the setup process for connecting SKUPlugs with my eCommerce platform?

Connection to SKUPlugs with your eCommerce platform involves a simple, guided setup that is targeting both beginners and advanced users. Once you create an account at SKUPlugs, you can choose the platform or marketplace to integrate with. The dashboard guides you through clear instructions, prompting you for the input of API keys, tokens, or login credentials, depending on how the connection will be performed. When you connect your first store, you'll set up your POS or ERP through a similar guided setup inside the system. Then, SKUPlugs performs a connectivity check and automatically starts mapping products, stock, and orders between systems. You can select how inventory sync will go, create price rules, map products across systems, and edit stock levels. All this usually needs less technical involvement, and SKUPlugs provides tight documentation for each integration. If needed, SKUPlugs support team could also help handle onboarding to ensure everything runs according to best results. Once all settings are done, the syncing begins automatically, and your systems stay connected without extra input.

Is there any contract to integrate with SKUPlugs?

No, you do not need to sign any long-term contracts to start using SKUPlugs integration services. The platform is subscription-based, so you choose whether you need a monthly or yearly plan depending on your needs. You are also empowered to upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your subscription anytime with no penalties or hidden fees. This no-contract approach gives businesses room for testing integrations, scaling their operations, and changes in plans according to the needs of their businesses. It is especially valuable when it comes to small and medium-sized sellers who prefer solutions with no risk and no commitments. When working with SKUPlugs, you have the option to use a free trial before choosing a paid subscription. Prices of SKUPlugs are clearly indicated, and there are no extra installation fees unless you need custom development or an advanced configuration. You can use the service without the stress of binding contracts because you can be sure that you're paying only for what you need and can always back out if something changes in your business priorities.

Does SKUPlugs offer customer support and onboarding assistance?

Yes, SKUPlugs offers full customer support and onboarding assistance to make it easy to set up and integrate. The support team is available via email, chat, and ticket-based systems to assist you with any technical questions or configuration needs. Onboarding with SKUPlugs walks you through how to connect your eCommerce platform, marketplace accounts, and the POS/ERP system to ensure that all API keys, credentials, and product mappings are set up correctly. We will also help test initial syncs of inventory and orders to confirm that things work as expected. For businesses needing more extensive customization or with complicated workflows, SKUPlugs offers personalized setup support and can assist in advanced configurations. Our documentation, frequently asked questions, and guides to integration offer step-by-step clarity for self-service users. This dedicated support allows sellers to avoid common setup mistakes and enjoy reliable, uninterrupted syncing across all channels. Hands-on assistance means even nontechnical users will have no problem managing and maximizing the benefits of SKUPlugs.

What pricing plans are available for SKUPlugs integrations?

SKUPlugs offers flexible pricing plans that can accommodate businesses of all sizes, from startups to enterprise-level sellers. Generally, plans are subscription-based and billed monthly or annually. Discounts are available for yearly commitments like if you pay annual subscription then one month will be free. Pricing will depend on the type of integration you choose, how many sales channels you connect, and any additional features required. Most plans include core functionalities such as inventory sync, order sync, product sync, and automated updates. There are no hidden fees, and you only pay for the integrations you use. SKUPlugs also offers optional add-ons if you want to enable advanced mapping, additional stores, or custom workflows. For businesses needing specialized configuration or custom development, custom pricing can be arranged. The platform is designed to be cost-effective, ensuring sellers can keep operations streamlined without any heavy software expenses. Without any long-term contract, you can always upgrade or downgrade any time with your business growth or changing needs.

How long does it take to complete the integration setup with SKUPlugs?

The time taken to set up SKUPlugs depends on the platforms to be connected, but most standard integrations take around 30 minutes to a few hours. For common platforms like Shopify, WooCommerce, Lightspeed, or Square, the setup is quite smooth and seamless, involving API credentialing, product mapping, and sync settings configuration. If your product data is organized well, the onboarding process is even quicker. Right after connections are established, SKUPlugs runs initial tests of synchronizations to ensure inventories and orders are channeled correctly. More complex integration setups, such as ERP integrations, multi-store connections, or custom mappings, take more time and may need a full day or two, depending on how complex the setup is or how your data is structured. SKUPlugs has a support team that can speed this along and troubleshoot any issues. However, overall, it is meant to be up and running quickly so you can begin syncing data and automating workflows without delays for a smoother operation from day one.

Can SKUPlugs sync product images, descriptions, and variations automatically?

Yes, SKUPlugs can automatically sync product images, descriptions, titles, prices, and variations depending on the integration and your configuration settings. The platform is designed to handle complicated product structures, including multi-variant items for things such as size, color, and style. When you make updates in your primary system—whether that be a POS, ERP, or even an eCommerce platform itself - SKUPlugs can push those updates to connected sales channels. This ensures consistency in product presentation across platforms. SKUPlugs supports syncing multiple images, detailed descriptions, SKU-level variations, barcodes, and relevant attributes needed for online listings. While not all integrations support every type of product data, SKUPlugs offers mapping options so you can control which fields transfer and how they are formatted. For sellers managing large catalogs, this automated product synchronization saves a considerable amount of time and ensures that listing updates across marketplaces and online stores are accurate and professional, eliminating the need to make repetitive edits manually.

Does SKUPlugs offer customization for specific integration needs?

Yes, SKUPlugs offers customization to fit the needs of businesses that require specific workflows, unique data handling, or custom integration logic. Most retailers have a different data structure within their POS/ERP systems or special business rules that might not be fully supported in a standard integration. The technical staff at SKUPlugs can develop custom mapping, adjust the synchronization rules, build custom automation, and/or customize the product order workflows to your needs. This can include custom field mapping, advanced pricing rules, special preferences for how you want your stock handled, multi-warehouse support, or selected product syncing. If your system calls for a special API connection or even only sync with specific categories, it's taken care of by SKUPlugs. Customization ensures even complex business environments enjoy completely automated and smoothed operation. The team assesses your needs and offers solutions to keep your operational flow intact. With flexible customization, SKUPlugs becomes a powerful integration partner for businesses that have special requirements or enterprise-level operating structures.

Does SKUPlugs provide a trial period before choosing a paid plan?

Yes, SKUPlugs does offer a trial period for a business to try out the platform before choosing the paid plan. This trial generally gives you access to core features like inventory sync, order sync, and basic product mapping, so you can evaluate how well the integration fits into your workflow. You can connect your eCommerce store, marketplace accounts, and POS or ERP system to experience real-time syncing and overall system performance. SKUPlugs also provides onboarding support during the trial, helping you set up the integration correctly and guiding you through essential configurations. The trial is risk-free and does not have any contract obligations, giving you full flexibility to explore features without immediately making a financial commitment. When you are satisfied with the functionality, you upgrade into a paid plan that suits your business needs. This helps make sure that confidence and clarity come before investing in the long term.

Lightspeed Amazon Integration

What is Lightspeed Amazon Integration and how does it work?

Lightspeed Amazon Integration by SKUPlugs is an automation powerhouse that integrates your Lightspeed Retail or Lightspeed X POS with your Amazon Seller Central account. It lets merchants synchronize products, inventory, pricing, and orders across both systems in real-time or near real-time. After setup, products created or updated within Lightspeed will be listed on Amazon with no need for manual uploads. Inventory quantities are monitored constantly, so once a sale takes place over Amazon or in-store, it automatically updates the stock levels across channels. SKUPlugs acts as a smart middleware, ensuring precise data flow while giving the merchant control over what information is to be synced. You can enable or disable specific fields like price, description, or images to prevent data override of existing listings on Amazon. This cuts down the manual work, prevents overselling, and helps businesses scale their operations nimbly on Amazon, though still being able to manage everything centrally from Lightspeed.

Can I sell products on Amazon directly from my Lightspeed Retail or Lightspeed X system?

Yes, with SKUPlugs’ Lightspeed Amazon Integration, you can easily sell your inventory on Amazon without having to leave your Lightspeed Retail or X system. Lightspeed remains your core system of record for your product information and inventory. With this integration, your product inventory will be linked to each other on Amazon. Every time an order is placed on Amazon, it will be synchronized with your Lightspeed system. With this integration, you can make your sales on Amazon work in sync with your point-of-sale system in Lightspeed without manually entering information on both platforms. The SKUPlugs Lightspeed Amazon Integration will make sure your sales on Amazon work in perfect sync with your point-of-sale system without entering information twice on two different systems.

How do I set up the Lightspeed integration with Amazon Seller Central?

Getting the Lightspeed Amazon Integration with SKUPlugs is pretty much guided and easy. You first connect your Lightspeed Retail or Lightspeed X account with the SKUPlugs platform using secure API credentials. You then grant permission to your Amazon Seller Central account for the required permissions via Amazon’s official integration flow. When both are connected, SKUPlugs will let you further configure some settings like inventory rules, pricing preferences, order import behavior, and fulfillment options. You are allowed to map the Lightspeed SKUs to the existing listings of Amazon or create new listings directly from Lightspeed. Our system also allows advanced controls in managing category mapping, attribute matching, and field-level sync options. The onboarding team at SKUPlugs helps in testing and validation before going live to ensure that everything works smoothly. This structured setup ensures a reliable, error-free integration to cater specifically to your business needs.

Does Lightspeed sync inventory levels automatically with Amazon?

Yes, SKUPlugs can automatically sync inventory levels from Lightspeed to Amazon or vice versa. Whenever there is a change in inventory in Lightspeed due to sales, adjustment, or inventory update in a brick-and-mortar store, SKUPlugs will automatically update the available quantity in Amazon. Additionally, when a merchant receives an order in Amazon, SKUPlugs will sync such an order into Lightspeed and update inventory accordingly. Additionally, with SKUPlugs, you can set buffer stock rules to reserve a safety stock level, which will not be available in Amazon. Inventory sync is optimized for higher performance and will work well with high volume merchants. With inventory sync handled by SKUPlugs, merchants can scale their product sales on Amazon without efforts to update inventory.

Will Amazon orders be imported into Lightspeed automatically?

Yes, all your Amazon orders will automatically be imported into Lightspeed via SKUPlugs when this integration is enabled. As soon as your customer places an order on your Amazon store using your product listings, SKUPlugs will reach out to them and pull all the order information, such as customer information, items, quantities, tax, and shipping information. Orders are now generated in Lightspeed in the form of sales orders or complete customer transactions, depending on your configuration. Your inventory will immediately be updated, and all your sales information will be centralized within Lightspeed for accounting purposes. FBA and FBM orders can be processed accordingly with apt configuration. With your Amazon store orders being imported into Lightspeed, manual order updates will cease, resulting in minimal chances of errors in your order updates. No replications of your orders will be allowed, and your order status will not go out of sync with your main store order status.

How are product variants and matrix items handled in Lightspeed Amazon integration?

Variants and matrix items are fully supported by SKUPlugs in the Lightspeed Amazon Integration: size, color, and style variants created within Lightspeed are accurately mapped to Amazon parent-child listings. Each of your Lightspeed variant SKUs are treated as a unique item with its own inventory, price, and attributes. During configuration, SKUPlugs will help you map Lightspeed attributes to Amazon variation themes to ensure that your listings meet the category requirements set out by Amazon. The inventory sync occurs at the variant level, so if the stock of a particular size or color changes, Amazon will reflect this correctly. This approach means customers will always see what is available from your store. SKUPlugs also allows you to selectively sync variants or exclude the variants you may not need. By intelligently handling matrix items, SKUPlugs ensures listings consistency, fewer errors, and a good customer experience on Amazon.

Can Lightspeed sync price changes to Amazon in real time?

Yes, SKUPlugs allows Lightspeed price changes to automatically sync with Amazon. If you update your product prices in Lightspeed, those changes can be pushed to Amazon based on the settings within your sync. Note that pricing can either be controlled completely from Lightspeed or left independent on Amazon. SKUPlugs supports pricing rules, which enable you to add markups, discounts, or channel-specific pricing before the sync to Amazon. This flexibility is really useful in managing Amazon fees or promotional strategies. Efficiently handling price syncs means you avoid unnecessary API calls while still having timely updates. You can turn price syncing off if you prefer to handle that directly on Amazon and keep inventory and orders connected. This level of control makes sure that SKUPlugs adapts to your pricing strategy rather than forcing a fixed workflow.

What happens when an item sells out in Lightspeed—does Amazon update instantly?

If an item sells out in Lightspeed, then SKUPlugs will automatically set the inventory level in Amazon to zero to prevent selling that product anymore. The sync is quick, and this accurately represents stockouts of items on Amazon listings. This reduces the chances of over-selling and resultant Amazon penalties. SKUPlugs continuously observes stock variations in Lightspeed, which occurs via sales, returns, or changes manually. Buffer stock can also be set up by a merchant to ensure at least that much is held in reserve. If inventory reaches zero or the buffer threshold, Amazon availability will change accordingly. Whereas the exact timing depends upon Amazon API response times, SKUPlugs is designed to be able to push these updates as efficiently as possible. With such automated stock control, this allows merchants to stay confident that their Amazon listings always reflect real-time availability coming directly from Lightspeed.

Does Lightspeed Amazon integration support FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) orders?

Yes, SKUPlugs supports FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) orders through the Lightspeed Amazon Integration. Even though the fulfillment is by Amazon, the orders made on Amazon are imported for record-keeping and reporting reasons. SKUPlugs ensures such orders do not incorrectly take inventory out of your Lightspeed stock in case the inventory is kept separately by Amazon. This lets the merchant keep correct accounting and sales data inside Lightspeed without tampering with the in-store inventory. Both FBA and FBM orders can exist in the same integration setup. SKUPlugs has configuration options to tell the system the difference between the two types of fulfillment, hence smooth operations. In supporting FBA, SKUPlugs lets Lightspeed merchants take advantage of Amazon's fulfillment network while still offering centralized visibility of all sales.

How do I map Lightspeed products and attributes to Amazon categories?

SKUPlugs offers an easy way to connect Lightspeed product and attribute information to corresponding Amazon categories. While integrating, all products can be assigned an accurate Amazon category by merchants. Attributes in Lightspeed, such as brand, size, color, material, and UPC, can be assigned to mandatory Amazon attribute fields using SKUPlugs. SKUPlugs also facilitates bulk integration, making it a time-saving option for merchants with a massive product portfolio. A product can be assigned on Amazon using SKU, ASIN, or other details if it already exists on an Amazon store. Missing or mandatory product attributes are highlighted by SKUPlugs to avoid product rejection on an Amazon store. Besides that, accurate product attribute and category mapping using SKUPlugs prevents product rejection on an Amazon store and increases product exposure.

Can I manage multiple Amazon marketplaces (US, UK, EU, etc.) using Lightspeed?

Yes, SKUPlugs does support handling multiple marketplaces on Amazon simultaneously with Lightspeed. Businesses can access different regions of Amazon, such as US, UK, EU, or other regions where SKUPlugs is available, all through a single SKUPlugs account. SKUPlugs gives consumers flexibility to set pricing, inventory settings, and product preferences individually for each marketplace. SKUPlugs gives you control over inventory sharing settings for different marketplaces. Orders received from different regions are imported into Lightspeed with accurate identification, which is a big plus in terms of simplified reporting and reconciliation. Handling currencies and requirements of each marketplace is also supported.

How can I prevent overselling when syncing Lightspeed inventory with Amazon?

SKUPlugs offers a variety of settings to avoid overselling when synchronizing LightSpeed inventory with an Amazon store. The application utilizes real-time or periodic inventory update settings to make sure inventory is up to date. Store owners can set buffer inventory settings to hold a fixed quantity without placing it on Amazon. For instance, this setting may be ideal when inventory is being sold in a brick-and-mortar store or in a multi-channel store. SKUPlugs has settings to make sure LightSpeed inventory decreases instantly when Amazon order imports are triggered. Moreover, you can set a maximum inventory available for sale on your Amazon store when dealing with in-demand products.

Are Amazon returns and refunds synced back to Lightspeed automatically?

SKUPlugs is capable of integrating returns and refunds from Amazon into Lightspeed according to your integration settings. Once a return is granted on Amazon, your order update on Lightspeed will reflect this information to ensure a proper sales and inventory record. The return refund information will assist in maintaining your accounting records consistent. Some merchants prefer their returned products to be automatically replenished into inventory, while others would prefer a manual processing option based on their business work flow. Some merchants have inventory go through a quality check before being returned to inventory, which is an important consideration in this integration. SKUPlugs prevents your returns information from creating duplicates or improper inventory updates.

How often does Lightspeed sync inventory and orders with Amazon?

SKUPlugs synchronizes inventory and orders between Lightspeed and Amazon on a frequent but optimized interval to maintain data integrity while not overwhelming APIs. Inventory in SKUPlugs is updated in real-time, anytime a sale, adjustment, or return takes place within Lightspeed. Amazon orders will be imported on an automatic, regular basis throughout the day. The precise frequency will depend on your configuration and Amazon API limits; however, SKUPlugs has been designed from the ground up for near real-time performance. This means that stock levels remain up-to-date and orders get pushed through efficiently. The merchant no longer has to stress about data Flow consistency without having to intervene manually. SKUPlugs strikes the right balance between speed and reliability, making it suitable for any small retailer or high-volume Amazon seller.

What are the common issues faced during Lightspeed Amazon integration and how can they be fixed?

The general issues that arise during Lightspeed Amazon integration are related to mismatched SKUs, missing product attributes, incorrect category mapping, or inventory discrepancies. Most of these are a result of incomplete data about the products or their incorrect initial setup. SKUPlugs resolves these issues by providing clear error logs and validation mechanisms. Our support helps merchants correct the mapping of SKUs, updates about required Amazon attributes, and sync setting changes. These inventory issues often resolve after a review of buffer stock rules or configurations about fulfillment. Price or listing errors are fixed using the provided control over what fields get synced from Lightspeed. With proper configuration and ongoing monitoring, most issues are quickly resolved. SKUPlugs offers dedicated support to ensure a stable, long-term integration experience for Lightspeed and Amazon sellers.

Lightspeed BigCommerce Integration

What exactly is the integration between Lightspeed Retail and BigCommerce and how does it work?

The Lightspeed BigCommerce Integration by SKUPlugs creates a seamless connection between your Lightspeed Retail POS and your BigCommerce online store. This is made possible by the real-time catalog syncing between Lightspeed Retail POS and BigCommerce, including product sync, inventory count, pricing, and order detail. When adding or updating products in Lightspeed, SKUPlugs automates pushing those changes to BigCommerce with zero manual work. Similarly, every online sale through BigCommerce reduces stock instantly in Lightspeed, ensuring your inventory is up to date across all channels and preventing overselling. This avoids double data entry and enables retailers to save a lot of time and enhance operational efficiency. This integration will continuously provide you with data flow 24/7. Be it a small online shop or a multi-location retail company, SKUPlugs makes Lightspeed and BigCommerce just one integrated system. It provides greater control, consistency, and visibility.

How do I set up or enable BigCommerce integration in Lightspeed? What are the prerequisites?

Setting up your Lightspeed BigCommerce Integration through SKUPlugs is easy and has just a few very basic prerequisites. You need to have an active Lightspeed Retail Account R-Series and a BigCommerce Store with API Access enabled. You will also need to make sure your product catalog is set up correctly in Lightspeed-skus unique and accurate inventory values across the board. When these are in place, setup begins in the SKUPlugs dashboard, where you will connect both systems using API keys. SKUPlugs then walks you through each step-from authenticating your Lightspeed account to linking your BigCommerce store. There's no need for any technical expertise because our onboarding tools map products, configure sync rules, and activate real-time communication between platforms. There is no need for installation within Lightspeed itself, which means that everything can be managed within a secure interface provided by SKUPlugs. Once complete, your data begins syncing automatically, allowing you to manage your catalog, pricing, and inventory from one central system with ease and accuracy.

How can I connect my Lightspeed Retail POS to my BigCommerce store?

Connecting your Lightspeed Retail POS to BigCommerce through SKUPlugs involves a straightforward process built for guided, non-technical users. All you need to do after subscribing to SKUPlugs is authenticate both platforms with the addition of your Lightspeed Retail API credentials and your BigCommerce API details. Our system instantly validates the connections and displays all available product and inventory data. Once that connection is made, you can set a variety of syncing preferences, such as whether Lightspeed should remain the system of record, how you want prices to sync, and whether product updates should automatically flow to BigCommerce. SKUPlugs then maps your existing items using SKUs or product IDs so both systems can communicate with accuracy. Finally, you turn on syncing, and in a matter of seconds, products, stock levels, variant details, and online orders will be updated across both real-time platforms. This doesn't require any kind of custom coding or plugins; with SKUPlugs, the entire integration is automated, making sure that your Lightspeed POS and BigCommerce store work in harmony as one retail environment.

Does Lightspeed BigCommerce Integration support real-time inventory syncing?

Yes, SKUPlugs fully supports real-time inventory syncing between Lightspeed Retail and BigCommerce. The moment stock is sold, adjusted, or received in Lightspeed, the updated amount of inventory is automatically pushed to BigCommerce. This means customers will always see the correct stock availability on your online store and avoids overselling, especially during busy periods such as sales or holidays. Likewise, when an order is placed on BigCommerce, the stock is instantly subtracted in Lightspeed with SKUPlugs. This provides absolute consistency between the two systems, ensuring everything stays exactly in sync around the clock. Syncing occurs in the background at all times and does not require any intervention. Whether you have one location or several warehouses, all your stock levels will remain accurate and current with SKUPlugs. This real-time syncing also improves the efficiency of operations and builds up trust among customers with accurate product availability at all times.

Once synced, where should I update my product catalog, prices, and inventory — Lightspeed or BigCommerce? What is the “system of record”?

Once the integration goes live, SKUPlugs recommends Lightspeed Retail act as your system of record. This means you can manage all key product information, such as title, description, price, and inventory counts, directly from within Lightspeed. SKUPlugs pushes any changes in Lightspeed to BigCommerce automatically and in real time. Maintaining a catalog in one location keeps your data consistent and avoids conflicts or overwritten updates. Although BigCommerce boasts quality merchandising tools, making any edits to product data within BigCommerce could lead to discrepancies if the sync is enabled. Therefore, Lightspeed remains the authoritative source of this information to maintain accuracy. BigCommerce is commonly used for displaying your catalog to customers and processing online orders. SKUPlugs provides seamless syncing between both platforms so that any edits made in Lightspeed will appear instantly online. As a result, this unified workflow saves time, eliminates data duplication, and keeps retail operations organized without unnecessary manual updates to multiple systems.

Can I sync product prices automatically from Lightspeed to BigCommerce?

Yes, SKUPlugs does allow you to sync your product prices in an automated way from Lightspeed Retail to your BigCommerce store. Once the integration is activated, any price change to items and their respective variants in Lightspeed will be pushed out to BigCommerce instantly. This means that not only your store but also customers from anywhere around the world always see correct pricing. The process is fully automated, and therefore you will not need to adjust the prices in BigCommerce manually, which reduces the chances of mismatched or outdated values. SKUPlugs supports multiple pricing structures, including standard prices, sale prices, and variant-specific pricing. You can decide whether all items should sync or selected categories or products only. All this provides flexibility for you to deliver complete control over how pricing information flows between systems. Centralizing all updates in Lightspeed, SKUPlugs avoids confusion, improves accuracy, and makes sure your online store reflects your latest retail strategy without any extra work.

How are online orders placed via BigCommerce handled? Do they appear automatically in Lightspeed POS?

Yes - when an order is placed in your BigCommerce store, SKUPlugs will automatically create that order inside Lightspeed Retail POS. In this manner, you will be able to handle all of your sales-in-store and online-from one system. Each BigCommerce order is imported, complete with product information, quantity, customer details, and payment status. As soon as the order is synced, SKUPlugs adjusts inventory count in Lightspeed, ensuring stock remains correct across channels. This automation eliminates manual order entry, reduces errors, and streamlines your fulfillment workflow. You can process, refund, or fulfill the imported orders from within Lightspeed just like any in-store sale. This is especially valuable for businesses that maintain centralized operations or have multiple store locations. By bringing online orders directly into your POS system, SKUPlugs makes multi-channel retailing significantly more efficient, organized, and consistent, allowing your team to manage everything in one unified environment.

How does order syncing work between BigCommerce and Lightspeed Retail?

Order syncing with SKUPlugs is fully automated, ensuring that your e-commerce and retail operations move in complete harmony. Every order that comes into BigCommerce is instantly identified and imported into Lightspeed Retail, full of vital information, including product line items, customer information, taxes, discounts, and shipping charges. Immediately after that, it diminishes stock in Lightspeed by the quantities purchased to ensure proper levels across all your locations. The system does this constantly, so no manual intervention is required on your part. You are able to fulfill the order directly within Lightspeed, print receipts, or update its status within your workflow. Integration makes sure both systems have the same information about an order, and there are no discrepancies or missed sales. This streamlined order syncing saves you not just a lot of administrative time, but also helps in maintaining accurate inventory counts for better control and visibility across all retail channels your business manages.

If I make changes directly in BigCommerce (e.g. change price, description), will they sync back to Lightspeed or be overwritten?

Changes you make directly in BigCommerce will not sync back to Lightspeed Retail because Lightspeed is treated as the primary system of record in the integration. In that respect, SKUPlugs pushes product data from Lightspeed to BigCommerce to ensure a single source of truth and avoid data conflicts. This means that edits to titles, descriptions, or pricing made in BigCommerce may be overwritten on the next sync cycle from Lightspeed. To maintain accuracy, all core product data should be managed within Lightspeed according to recommendations set forth by SKUPlugs. However, with SKUPlugs, you are given the flexibility. The option to prevent syncing of certain fields is allowed within the system. For example, if you would like to manage product descriptions or images within BigCommerce, then you can disable these fields in the settings area in SKUPlugs. Doing so will not overwrite the description, images, or any other fields you would like to manage in BigCommerce exclusively, by our system. So you may be able to control which platform manages which type of data, yet keeping your overall catalog synced correctly.

Can I manage multiple BigCommerce stores using one Lightspeed account?

Yes, SKUPlugs is able to support multi-store environments where a single Lightspeed Retail account is connected with multiple BigCommerce stores. This is very ideal for businesses operating several online storefronts, targeting different regions, niches, or branding strategies. SKUPlugs lets you set up each of the BigCommerce stores uniquely, defining what products sync to what store and how pricing or inventory rules should apply. Inventory remains centralized through Lightspeed, making sure your stock levels are correct for all stores. You can decide to sync selective products to each BigCommerce site or keep completely separate catalogs. SKUPlugs is designed to handle all activities for syncing independently and will make sure that there are no data conflicts so each online store will receive the right information. This functionality makes complex retail operations simple and removes duplicate product management, greatly simplifying expansion of your online presence by keeping a single backend through Lightspeed Retail.

Does the integration support syncing product variations and attributes?

Yes, SKUPlugs fully supports the syncing of product variations and attributes from Lightspeed Retail to BigCommerce. Whether your products come in different sizes, colors, materials, or any other attribute, be rest assured that all the variants will be created and updated accurately in BigCommerce with SKUPlugs. Each variant's individual SKU, price, stock level, and barcode are synced in real time to maintain consistency. The integration supports multiple nested attributes and is ideal for anything from apparel and electronics to any industry with complex product structures. When you create or modify variants in Lightspeed, SKUPlugs automatically mirrors those updates in your BigCommerce store. This eliminates manual variant management, prevents errors, and ensures your online shoppers always see the correct product options. By keeping all variant-level data in sync, SKUPlugs helps you maintain a professional-looking, accurate, organized product catalog across both platforms.

How fast does inventory update on BigCommerce after a sale in Lightspeed?

Inventory updates via SKUPlugs are done in real time, usually within a few seconds of the sale being made in Lightspeed Retail. The moment a transaction is completed at your POS-whether an in-store sale, return, or stock adjustment-SKUPlugs pushes that updated quantity instantly to your BigCommerce store. This keeps your online customers always seeing the proper stock levels, preventing you from overselling any items and disappointing your customers when items are no longer available. Similarly, if an order is placed on BigCommerce, inventory will be instantly subtracted in Lightspeed. That’s two-way, real-time synchronization, keeping your entire retail ecosystem aligned at all times-even during the heaviest sales periods. This speed and accuracy in the syncing of inventory by SKUPlugs facilitate streamlined operations, enhance customer trust, and allow visibility into online and in-store sales channels.

Which data fields sync automatically — and which do not?

SKUPlugs auto-syncs the most important retail data fields between Lightspeed Retail and BigCommerce, including product titles, SKUs, barcodes, detailed descriptions, prices, inventory levels, images, variants, and categories. When you update any item within Lightspeed, the change is shown on BigCommerce to keep your online catalog current. Moreover, BigCommerce orders, customer data, and purchased item information flow back into Lightspeed, updating your point-of-sale system with each and every sale made online. However, not everything auto-syncs. Examples include custom BigCommerce fields, SEO metadata, shipping rules, and certain online-only attributes, all of which have to be created and maintained directly in BigCommerce without interfering with your integration. With SKUPlugs, all the most important product data flows effortlessly between the two systems but still lets BigCommerce retain its advanced storefront customization capabilities. In other words, this means you have all the freedom to configure your retail information without being limited in designing and optimizing your online store.

Can I sync images, descriptions, and categories from Lightspeed to BigCommerce?

Yes, SKUPlugs supports syncing images, descriptions, and categories directly from Lightspeed to BigCommerce. The same is the case with product images uploaded in Lightspeed; by default, SKUPlugs transfers them to your BigCommerce store and attaches those images to the correct products and variants. Full and short descriptions are kept in sync, so your product details remain consistent between the two solutions. On top of this, SKUPlugs pushes category assignments from Lightspeed onto BigCommerce, enabling you to manage your entire catalog structure from one system. If you reorganize categories or update your descriptions in Lightspeed, those changes show up online instantly. Such a centralized approach will save tremendous amounts of time while reducing manual work and discrepancies. Where BigCommerce does offer more advanced customization options, maintaining your core product data in Lightspeed ensures it's accurate and makes managing catalogs easy for multichannel retailers.

Does Lightspeed BigCommerce Integration help prevent overselling?

Yes, avoiding overselling is one of the biggest benefits of using SKUPlugs for Lightspeed BigCommerce Integration. This system maintains real-time two-way syncing to ensure that inventory levels get updated instantly any time there is a sale in either Lightspeed or BigCommerce. If a customer buys an item online, SKUPlugs instantly subtracts the inventory count in Lightspeed. In return, any over-the-counter sale or stock adjustment within Lightspeed will immediately update the quantity online within seconds. In this way, you cannot sell items that you no longer have. This can be really advantageous for businesses dealing in fast-moving stock, limited inventory, or multiple locations where stock is sold. By ensuring that your stock is always accurate at any moment, SKUPlugs enables you to offer your customers a better experience and avoid cancellations while keeping operational control strong across all sales channels.

Is SKU mapping required for Lightspeed and BigCommerce sync?

Yes, SKU mapping is key for a seamless and perfect sync of data between Lightspeed and BigCommerce. In SKUPlugs, SKUs are the default identifier for matching products on both systems, ensuring that changes in inventory, price, or products are introduced to the correct items and do not create confusion or duplication. If products in BigCommerce are already present, then SKUPlugs maps them using their SKUs so that duplicate creation does not take place. In case SKUs are missing or are inconsistent, we take you through a process to clean them during the onboarding process. A clean SKU structure will ensure that your syncing is reliable and does not face data mismatches. Once the mapping is complete, the system will automatically keep the relation intact, ensuring that all ongoing syncing will run seamlessly. This structured approach helps retailers better manage their catalog while ensuring flawless communication between Lightspeed and BigCommerce.

Does the integration support partial inventory syncing for specific locations?

Yes, SKUPlugs does support partial or location-specific inventory syncing between Lightspeed Retail and Big Commerce. If your Lightspeed account has multiple store locations, you can select which location's inventory should reflect on your BigCommerce store. This is particularly helpful for businesses maintaining a number of warehouses, retail stores, or dedicated fulfillment centers. You also can combine inventory from any multiple locations if preferred. With SKUPlugs, the flexibility is all yours to decide how that stock quantity is represented online, based on your operational strategy. This ensures your online inventory is always correct without revealing internal location-specific data. Whether you need to sync inventory from a single location, multiple stores, or specific warehouses, the process is simple, accurate, and completely customizable to your business needs with SKUPlugs.

Are refunds and returns synced between BigCommerce and Lightspeed Retail?

Yes, SKUPlugs will support the syncing of refunds and returns within BigCommerce back into Lightspeed Retail. If an order is fully or partially refunded in BigCommerce, SKUPlugs imports that update to Lightspeed to adjust the related inventory. This keeps your stock accurate and ensures both systems reflect consistent order statuses. You can process returns either in BigCommerce or within Lightspeed, depending on your workflow. SKUPlugs ensures inventory updates in real time, which is crucial to keep product availability accurate across all channels. This feature becomes highly valuable for businesses that deal with online returns regularly since it eliminates any form of manual reconciliation and discrepancies within the ecosystem. You maintain a unified order and inventory flow by ensuring each return or refund is duly recorded and synced across your retail ecosystem.

What are common problems or errors during setup or syncing — and how can I troubleshoot them?

Common issues during Lightspeed BigCommerce setup generally involve incorrect API credentials, missing or duplicate SKUs, and catalog-related inconsistencies. SKUPlugs has clear warnings for invalid credentials or incomplete permissions that allow you to quickly set things right. The second most frequent problem is mismatched product structures, such as incomplete variant data or missing required fields. SKUPlugs makes it simple to map these and perform other validation checks before syncing starts. Products will not sync if there is an SKU conflict, which can be resolved by ensuring that each product in Lightspeed has a unique SKU. Delays may also be encountered by users if the bulk update is large, but this automatically is handled by SKUPlugs in the background. Activity logs, error alerts, and sync history are some of the additional tools within our dashboard that would enable instant diagnoses of problems. Where necessary, support from SKUPlugs is always available to resolve problems that you may encounter during setup and ensure your integration runs smoothly.

Lightspeed Shopify Integration FAQs

What is Lightspeed Shopify Integration, and how does it work?

Lightspeed Shopify Integration by SKUPlugs connects your Lightspeed POS with your Shopify store to automate product, inventory, and order syncing. Our integration works by establishing a secure API-based connection that transfers real-time data between both platforms. Once linked, SKUPlugs continuously monitors stock changes, product updates, and new orders to ensure your online store and retail system always remain aligned. Any inventory change in Lightspeed is instantly reflected in Shopify, preventing overselling and stock inconsistencies. Likewise, when a customer places an order on Shopify, SKUPlugs can push that data back into your Lightspeed POS for centralized order processing. The integration requires no technical skills, and you have complete flexibility to choose which products sync and how frequently updates occur. Overall, SKUPlugs makes the integration process simple, stable, and completely automated, allowing you to manage your entire retail and online presence from one unified system.

How does SKUPlugs help connect my Lightspeed POS with Shopify?

SKUPlugs provides a seamless connector that links your Lightspeed POS with Shopify through an easy API-based setup. You don’t need any coding or technical knowledge - our platform handles everything behind the scenes. Once you create your SKUPlugs account and authorize both platforms, the integration begins syncing inventory, products, and orders automatically. Our system ensures accurate product mapping using SKUs, making sure the correct items sync without duplication or errors. SKUPlugs also allows you to configure syncing preferences, such as which products to publish, how frequently updates should run, and whether orders should flow back into Lightspeed. With built-in monitoring, error handling, and support tools. SKUPlugs eliminates the complexity of connecting two different systems. You gain a fully automated workflow where your Lightspeed POS becomes the central source of truth while Shopify stays updated in real time. This helps you maintain consistent stock, streamline operations, and avoid manual data entry.

Can I sync real-time inventory from Lightspeed to my Shopify store?

Yes, SKUPlugs provides real-time inventory syncing between Lightspeed and Shopify. Our integration continuously tracks stock changes happening in your Lightspeed POS—whether through in-store sales, returns, transfers, or manual adjustments—and updates the inventory on your Shopify store instantly. This ensures that your customers always see accurate availability and reduces the risk of overselling, especially when you operate both retail and online channels. The syncing process runs automatically in the background without requiring any manual updates from your end. You can also customize which products should sync and how frequently updates should occur, depending on your business needs. SKUPlugs is designed for high accuracy and speed, making it ideal for stores with large inventories or fast-moving products. With real-time sync, your team can manage stock confidently, knowing that Shopify always reflects the most current quantities from Lightspeed.

Does the integration support automatic price updates on Shopify?

Yes, SKUPlugs fully supports automatic price syncing from Lightspeed to Shopify. Whenever you update prices in your Lightspeed POS - either for individual items or across multiple categories—our integration automatically pushes those updated values to your Shopify store. This helps you maintain consistent pricing across all channels and ensures your online customers always see the correct, up-to-date price. The price sync feature works alongside inventory and product syncing, creating a complete and automated workflow. You can also control which fields to sync, so if you prefer to manage prices only in Lightspeed or only in Shopify, SKUPlugs allows you to configure those preferences easily. This flexibility is especially beneficial for businesses that frequently update promotions, seasonal pricing, or bulk price changes. Ultimately, SKUPlugs removes the manual work involved in updating prices, saving time and reducing errors while keeping your online storefront accurate.

Can Shopify orders be pulled back into Lightspeed POS?

Yes, SKUPlugs allows all Shopify orders to sync back into your Lightspeed POS for centralized management. Once a customer places an order on Shopify, our system automatically sends the order details - including items purchased, quantities, customer information, and payment status - directly into Lightspeed. This makes it easy for your in-store team to fulfill online orders without switching between systems. Pulling orders into Lightspeed also ensures that inventory is always accurate because SKUPlugs immediately adjusts stock levels based on online sales. You can choose to sync orders automatically or on a schedule that fits your workflow. Our mapping system ensures every product is matched correctly using SKUs, preventing errors or mismatched items. This streamlined process helps retailers manage both online and in-store sales from a single dashboard, reducing manual data entry, improving accuracy, and delivering a more efficient fulfillment experience.

How quickly does inventory and product data sync between both platforms?

SKUPlugs is designed to deliver fast, reliable syncing between Lightspeed and Shopify. Inventory updates typically occur in real time or within minutes, depending on your synchronization preferences. Product data - such as titles, descriptions, variants, and prices - can sync automatically at intervals you control, ranging from real-time sync to scheduled updates. This flexibility allows you to maintain accurate, up-to-date data without overloading your systems. Our platform continuously monitors both Lightspeed and Shopify for changes, pushing updates instantly when stock or order adjustments happen. This rapid syncing is especially important for high-volume stores that cannot afford delays or stock mismatches. SKUPlugs also includes built-in error detection and reporting to ensure smooth operations. In most cases, businesses experience seamless and immediate updates, giving them confidence that both platforms remain perfectly aligned throughout the day without requiring manual intervention.

Does the integration support multiple Shopify stores connected to one Lightspeed account?

Yes, SKUPlugs supports multiple Shopify stores connected to a single Lightspeed POS account. This is ideal for businesses that manage multiple online storefronts but use one centralized inventory system. With SKUPlugs, you can configure separate integrations for each Shopify store and control which Lightspeed products sync to each store individually. Inventory remains accurate across all channels because SKUPlugs automatically updates quantities based on sales from any connected store. This prevents overselling and helps maintain a smooth multichannel workflow. Each Shopify store can have its own settings, such as pricing rules, product selections, and syncing frequency. SKUPlugs ensures that all updates flow efficiently without interfering with one another. Our system is built to handle large product catalogs and high order volumes, making it easy to scale your business across multiple Shopify sites while keeping Lightspeed as your central source of truth.

What product information can I sync for Lightspeed Shopify?

SKUPlugs allows you to sync a wide range of product information from Lightspeed to Shopify. This includes essential data such as product titles, descriptions, SKUs, categories, variants, stock levels, and pricing. You can also sync images, barcodes, and other attribute details depending on your Lightspeed setup. Our integration ensures that your Shopify store mirrors your Lightspeed product catalog accurately, eliminating the need for manual uploads or edits. You have the option to choose which details should sync automatically and which fields you want to manage manually in Shopify. SKUPlugs also supports syncing newly created products, ensuring your online store stays up-to-date as your inventory grows. All product mapping is done through SKUs, making the process highly reliable and preventing duplication. With comprehensive product syncing capabilities, SKUPlugs gives you full control over how your catalog appears online while keeping both systems perfectly aligned.

Can I choose which products from Lightspeed should sync to Shopify?

Yes, SKUPlugs gives you complete flexibility to control which Lightspeed products sync to Shopify. You can select specific items, categories, or collections based on your business needs. This is especially useful for retailers who maintain a broader in-store inventory but prefer offering a curated selection online. Our product selection tools allow you to exclude certain items, seasonal products, or internal-use SKUs. You can also configure syncing rules to automatically publish new products that meet your chosen criteria. SKUPlugs ensures that only the items you approve are pushed to Shopify, helping maintain a clean, organized online storefront. Even after syncing, you can update or remove products at any time with a simple adjustment in your settings. This selective syncing reduces clutter, saves time, and ensures your Shopify store always reflects the exact product assortment you intend to offer.

Does the integration support syncing of product variants and options?

Yes, SKUPlugs fully supports syncing product variants and options from Lightspeed to Shopify. Whether your products come in different sizes, colors, styles, or combinations, our system transfers these variant details accurately. Each variant is mapped using its unique SKU, ensuring correct inventory tracking for every option. When stock or price changes occur in Lightspeed, SKUPlugs updates the corresponding variants in Shopify automatically. This makes it easy to manage complex product catalogs without worrying about mismatches or duplication. You can also choose how to structure variant data during syncing and control which variants should be visible online. Our integration ensures that every product option remains consistent across both platforms, providing customers with a smooth and accurate shopping experience. SKUPlugs is ideal for retailers with apparel, electronics, accessories, or any category requiring multiple variant types.

Will existing products on Shopify connect with Lightspeed products via SKUs?

Yes, SKUPlugs can connect your existing Shopify products with Lightspeed items using SKUs as the primary identifier. This ensures your products do not get duplicated when syncing begins. If your Shopify products already have matching SKUs from Lightspeed, SKUPlugs will automatically map and link them, keeping inventory and pricing aligned. Our system performs a detailed SKU-based matching process that ensures updates flow smoothly without overwriting your unique Shopify customizations unless you choose to sync them. This makes it easy to integrate your online store without needing to recreate or restructure your existing catalog. SKU-based mapping also ensures accurate order syncing and prevents stock inconsistencies. If there are items missing SKUs or mismatched identifiers, SKUPlugs provides tools to help you correct and map them properly. This approach simplifies your transition and ensures a clean, reliable integration from day one.

How secure is my data while syncing Lightspeed and Shopify?

SKUPlugs prioritizes data security at every step of the Lightspeed and Shopify integration process. Our platform uses encrypted API connections to ensure that your inventory, product, and order information is transferred safely between both systems. We do not store sensitive payment data, and all communication follows industry-standard security protocols. Access to your integration dashboard is protected with secure authentication, and only authorized users can view or manage your settings. SKUPlugs monitors syncing activities continuously, and our system is designed to handle data transfers without exposing your store information. We maintain strict privacy standards and comply with all relevant data protection guidelines. You retain full control over what information syncs and how frequently updates occur. With reliable infrastructure and advanced security safeguards, SKUPlugs ensures your business data remains protected, confidential, and handled with the highest level of care throughout the integration.

Is there any contract or long-term commitment for using the Lightspeed Shopify integration?

No, SKUPlugs does not require any long-term contract or commitment for using our Lightspeed Shopify Integration. We operate on a flexible subscription model that allows you to use the service month-to-month without binding agreements. This gives you the freedom to upgrade, downgrade, or cancel at any time based on your business needs. Our goal is to provide a reliable and transparent service where you pay only for what you use. We also offer a free trial period so you can test the integration, verify syncing accuracy, and ensure it meets your requirements before committing. There are no hidden fees, setup charges, or cancellation penalties. SKUPlugs wants retailers to feel confident and comfortable with their integration, which is why we prioritize flexibility and user-friendly policies. This approach allows you to scale your operations easily as your business grows, without worrying about restrictive contracts.

How much time does it take to set up Lightspeed Shopify Integration?

The setup for Lightspeed Shopify Integration using SKUPlugs is quick and straightforward, typically taking less than 30 minutes. Once you create your SKUPlugs account, you simply authorize access to both Lightspeed and Shopify through secure API connections. After that, you can configure your syncing preferences, choose which products to sync, and adjust settings for inventory, pricing, or order syncing. Our platform guides you through each step with clear instructions and automated configuration tools. The initial sync may take a little longer depending on the size of your product catalog, but most stores are fully connected and functional the same day. You don’t need any technical expertise, coding knowledge, or developer support - SKUPlugs handles everything in the background. If you need assistance at any point, our support team is available to help you complete the setup smoothly so you can begin syncing immediately.

Does SKUPlugs offer customer support if syncing issues occur?

Yes, SKUPlugs provides dedicated customer support to help with any syncing issues or configuration questions related to your Lightspeed Shopify Integration. Our team is available to assist with troubleshooting, product mapping, inventory discrepancies, or setup optimization. We offer support through email, chat, and ticket-based systems, ensuring that you can reach us whenever assistance is needed. SKUPlugs also monitors syncing logs and error notifications, allowing us to quickly identify and resolve potential issues. Whether you’re dealing with SKU mismatches, variant mapping challenges, or custom settings, our team ensures your integration runs smoothly. Additionally, we provide detailed documentation, FAQs, and onboarding guidance to help users understand every aspect of the platform. Our goal is to maintain a stable, reliable integration so your business can operate without disruption. With responsive and knowledgeable support, SKUPlugs ensures you always have help available whenever you need it.

What common problems occur when integrating Lightspeed and Shopify, and how can they be resolved?

Common issues during Lightspeed Shopify integration typically include SKU mismatches, duplicate products, incorrect variant mapping, and delayed inventory updates. SKUPlugs helps prevent these problems through accurate SKU-based mapping, automated product linking, and detailed sync logs. If products have missing or inconsistent SKUs, our team assists in correcting them before syncing to ensure smooth data flow. Another common challenge is stock discrepancies caused by manual adjustments or multi-channel sales, which SKUPlugs resolves through automated real-time updates. Variant-related issues are addressed by ensuring each option has a unique SKU and is properly mapped in both systems. Additionally, if orders fail to sync, SKUPlugs provides error reports so you can quickly identify and fix the underlying cause. Our platform includes built-in safeguards, continuous monitoring, and responsive support to ensure your integration stays stable. With SKUPlugs, most issues are resolved quickly, keeping your business running smoothly.

Lightspeed WooCommerce Integration

What is Lightspeed WooCommerce Integration and how does it work?

Lightspeed WooCommerce Integration by SKUPlugs connects your Lightspeed POS with WooCommerce, automating much of your retail process. It ensures that your inventory, product details, and prices, along with the placed orders, are in perfect sync without requiring any manual intervention across both platforms. Once connected, SKUPlugs will fetch products automatically from Lightspeed POS and publish them to WooCommerce per your preferred settings. Any modifications you do within Lightspeed, such as stock changes or any price changes, will reflect in WooCommerce in real time. Similarly, online orders coming through WooCommerce are pushed back to Lightspeed, helping you maintain the accuracy of your stock levels and keeping order management centralized. SKUPlugs thus automates the entire syncing process behind the curtains, making it free of errors and helping you save lots of precious time. It is perfect for those retailers who seek to establish a stronger online footprint without sacrificing balance between in-store and online operations.

How can I connect my Lightspeed Retail POS with my WooCommerce store?

Connecting your Lightspeed Retail POS with your WooCommerce store via SKUPlugs is simple and does not require any technical knowledge. Once signed up on SKUPlugs, you can add your Lightspeed and WooCommerce using secure API credentials. Our step-by-step setup wizard guides you through the process and ensures that all required permissions are correctly set up. With both connected, you will be able to decide how you want to sync-inventory, prices, product attributes, and the order flow direction. SKUPlugs will automatically fetch your product data from Lightspeed and publish it to WooCommerce. You can also map existing products so that no duplicate items occur. You will also be able to monitor the status of the sync, manage your configurations, and adjust them at any time through the dashboard. The integration of WooCommerce and Lightspeed Retail through SKUPlugs is designed to be user-friendly, swift, and reliable, thus allowing retailers to activate the sync and start selling online with full confidence.

Do I need technical knowledge to set up Lightspeed WooCommerce Integration?

With SKUPlugs, setting up Lightspeed WooCommerce Integration requires no technical knowledge. That is why our platform has been built for ease of use: guided step-by-step setup is simple, and anyone can walk through it. We will guide you through adding your Lightspeed and WooCommerce API credentials, configuring your sync settings, and mapping your products. Even if you have never worked with APIs or integrations before, SKUPlugs will ensure that onboarding is a seamless process. The dashboard is user-friendly, and there you will be able to manage your integration with absolutely no complications. Moreover, you can always address our support via live chat, email, or scheduled onboarding sessions. Whether you need help connecting your platforms to each other or in configuring advanced features, we are able to walk you through the whole process. With SKUPlugs, you will be able to activate your integration fast and confidently, regardless of your technical background.

Can I sync product prices from Lightspeed to WooCommerce automatically?

Of course, SKUPlugs enables the automatic synchronization of product prices from Lightspeed to your WooCommerce store. Any time you change the price of a product within Lightspeed POS, the integration will make sure that the same price is reflected instantly in WooCommerce with no need for manual intervention. This feature will work wonders for retailers who change their pricing frequently for things such as promotional activities, seasonal sales, or product refreshes. You could also select the pricing rules that best fit your business needs: retail price, sale price, or your custom price fields. As a result, this automated price sync guarantees that your online store will always show the correct up-to-date pricing, with less confusion for customers and no chance of an error occurring. With SKUPlugs, you have full flexibility and consistency across platforms, ensuring a professional and reliable shopping experience for your customers. Managing your WooCommerce store is made so much easier with SKUPlugs handling the price sync.

Does the integration update stock levels on WooCommerce when a sale happens in-store?

Yes, SKUPlugs makes sure that stock levels within WooCommerce are automatically updated whenever a sale happens in your Lightspeed in-store POS system. As soon as a transaction gets completed, it adjusts the inventory quantity in Lightspeed, immediately syncing the updated stock to WooCommerce. It would not allow for overselling because your online customers always see the correct product availability. Whether it is one purchase or many throughout the day, SKUPlugs can put your inventory in synchronization right in real time. This feature has proved very helpful if you are a retailer with heavy in-store footfall or multiple channels of sales. You will never have to manually update stock or deal with disparity issues. Everything is taken care of by SKUPlugs in the background, thus offering you a sleek and error-free retail workflow. Finally, this system of automated stock updates leads to better customer satisfaction and effective inventory management throughout your enterprise.

Can WooCommerce orders be pushed back to Lightspeed POS automatically?

Yes, it does. SKUPlugs automatically pushes WooCommerce orders back into your Lightspeed POS system, from where you can operate all the orders from a single point. When a customer places an online order, the integration immediately generates the corresponding sales record inside Lightspeed, including all the details like products and their quantities, customer details, order totals, etc. This ensures proper adjustments in your inventories on both platforms, and it also contributes to keeping the reporting centralized. Online orders will be fulfilled by retailers using their existing Lightspeed workflow. This helps in operational efficiency. There is no need to enter data manually or duplicate orders. This reduces errors and saves time. SKUPlugs also allows you to customize specific order sync settings based on your business workflows. This seamless order push will keep your online and in-store operations totally in sync, making multi-channel retailing far more organized and reliable.

How long does the initial sync between Lightspeed and WooCommerce take?

The time taken by the initial sync between Lightspeed and WooCommerce depends on the size of your product catalog, number of variations, and quantity of data already existing. Most retailers using SKUPlugs take anywhere from a few minutes to a couple of hours to sync for the first time. During that time, SKUPlugs will import your product details, your inventory levels, your pricing, your categories, and your variations from Lightspeed and publish them to WooCommerce according to the settings you have specified. Our system is optimized for speed and accuracy, ensuring that even large inventories sync efficiently. You can track it right on your SKUPlugs dashboard. Once the initial sync is complete, all further updates-inventory changes or new products-are done in real time. We make sure the onboarding is smooth, efficient, and supported when needed so that your integration goes live with no delays.

Does Lightspeed WooCommerce Integration support real-time inventory sync?

Of course, SKUPlugs fully supports real-time inventory synchronization between Lightspeed and WooCommerce. Immediately when a sale is recorded in-store or online, the stock levels will be instantly updated within both systems for accuracy. This prevents overselling and keeps proper stock visibility at all times. SKUPlugs continuously monitors quantity changes in Lightspeed and pushes changes immediately to WooCommerce so your customers can see the correct available stock at all times. If you manage one store or many, this integration provides consistency and dependability with inventory flow. No more manual adjustments on stock or issues with customer experience because of discrepancies. Real-time syncing also helps streamline operations by smoothing inventory work processes without the occurrence of human error. With SKUPlugs, your WooCommerce store reflects the actual inventory status from Lightspeed for complete control and confidence in your online and offline business performance.

Does the integration support syncing product images and variations?

Yes, SKUPlugs supports the syncing of product images and product variations from Lightspeed to WooCommerce. When you create or update a product in Lightspeed, all associated images, variant options, and attributes can be pushed to WooCommerce automatically. This will ensure that your online store reflects the same product presentation as your physical inventory. SKUPlugs handles all complex variation structures, including but not limited to size, color, material, and multi-attribute combinations. Images can also be synced for individual variations to improve customer shopping experiences. Whether you have a few products or a large catalog with multiple variants, SKUPlugs ensures consistency and accuracy in product representation across both platforms. If you already have products on WooCommerce, you can map them easily to avoid duplicates and keep your data clean. This feature helps streamline product management and reduces manual work while keeping the WooCommerce store looking nice and organized.

Will Lightspeed WooCommerce Integration sync SKUs and product categories?

Yes, SKUPlugs provides full SKU and product category synchronization from Lightspeed to WooCommerce. Your product SKUs act like unique identifiers, and as such, the integration can match, update, and manage products accurately. For creating or syncing new and existing products, respectively, SKUPlugs applies SKU mapping so that duplication does not occur and inventory data remains clean. Categories set up within Lightspeed will be automatically published onto WooCommerce, keeping your online store structure clean and organized. You have options in setup to control how categories will be created and then mapped. This will cut out having to manually assign categories and will assure that customers are able to browse products with ease. With SKUPlugs, your WooCommerce product catalog will stay updated, structured, and aligned with Lightspeed to help you maintain a seamless, professional shopping experience.

Can I manage multiple WooCommerce stores with one Lightspeed account?

Yes, SKUPlugs supports the management of multiple WooCommerce stores using one Lightspeed account. This fits perfectly for a retailer with several e-commerce storefronts or websites in different regions while keeping inventory centralized in their POS system. With SKUPlugs, each store can have its configuration, pricing rules, inventory allocation settings, and order synchronization preferences. You will be able to see all your stores from within one single unified dashboard, making it easy to track activity or monitor performance across channels. Integration ensures inventory updates within your Lightspeed POS on all connected WooCommerce stores for no over-selling and consistency. SKUPlugs gives the required scalability and flexibility for businesses needing to run multiple stores, meaning you can expand your online presence without increasing workload. Whether you manage two stores or many, SKUPlugs makes operations simpler and guarantees seamless multi-channel retail management.

Does the integration support multi-location inventory from Lightspeed to WooCommerce?

Yes, SKUPlugs does support Lightspeed to WooCommerce multi-location inventory syncing. If your business runs a number of physical locations, SKUPlugs allows you to decide how inventory is handled for each store. You may sync inventory from one location, combine several locations, or set up rules based on your business. This ensures that your WooCommerce store always shows accurate stock levels, no matter where items are stored. SKUPlugs will make sure your inventory is updated in real time across all selected locations to avoid overselling and help you improve operational accuracy. Of course, this greatly helps a retailer who has stock in different branches or warehouses. Our system provides you with seamless multi-location inventory management, providing your online customers with reliable information about item availability and giving you a method to maintain a unified stock strategy.

What happens if a product exists in WooCommerce but not in Lightspeed?

If a product exists in WooCommerce but not in Lightspeed, SKUPlugs provides the flexibility to decide how to manage it. At setup, you can map existing WooCommerce products to Lightspeed SKUs to avoid duplicates, or you can choose to keep them separate. SKUPlugs will only sync items that exist in Lightspeed, so your POS remains the source of truth. Products existing only in WooCommerce will not be changed unless you intentionally link those items. This enables you to maintain special online-only items or promotional products without touching your POS data. The mapping feature in this regard allows for smooth alignment across systems and helps avoid confusion or duplicated inventory. SKUPlugs keeps your catalog clean and organized, fully under your control, and supports both a synced and independent product approach based on your business needs.

Is WooCommerce Integration suitable for both Lightspeed X-Series and R-Series?

Yes, SKUPlugs supports the integration of WooCommerce for both Lightspeed X-Series and R-Series platforms. Whether your business is on the newer X-Series or still running on the R-Series, be confident that our integration will deliver seamless connectivity and data synchronization across all touchpoints. SKUPlugs knows how to manage the peculiarities of different API structures and workflows for both versions. You can easily synchronize your inventory, products, prices, and orders. Retailers can select their Lightspeed version during setup, and SKUPlugs will automatically apply the right connection format. This flexibility in choosing your Lightspeed version empowers you to continue with your present system without the need to upgrade or change it. Whether you migrate between them or have a number of locations on different versions, SKUPlugs offers consistent experience in integration. The idea is to make the syncing seamless, irrespective of the Lightspeed platform, so your WooCommerce store aligns with your Point of Sale.

Loyverse Shopify integration

What is Loyverse Shopify integration and how does it work?

The integration of Shopify and Loyverse encompasses the integration of your Loyverse Point of Sale system and your Shopify e-commerce business in a way that allows you to have one, cohesive retail environment. This functionality occurs because of the role that SKUPlugs plays in facilitating the process, where data automatically syncs between the Shopify e-commerce business and the Loyverse Point of Sale system. This occurs because there is a link between the two businesses via APIs.For instance, when your customers make a sale from your retail store through Loyverse POS, the inventory is automatically reflected in your Shopify account. On the other hand, when you make an online sale through Shopify, your inventory is automatically updated in Loyverse. Additionally, the use of SKUPlugs eliminates the aspect of overselling since it enforces constant/systematic synchronizations depending on the needs of your business. This is beneficial for businesses with retail stores and online platforms, considering the need for real-time inventory, products, and order control.

Can I automatically sync inventory between Loyverse and Shopify?

Yes, with the Loyverse Shopify integration provided by SKUPlugs, inventory syncing can be completely automated. Once integrated, stock levels update automatically after every sale, return, or adjustment in Loyverse or Shopify. This automation eliminates the need to update the inventory level manually, hence reducing human-made errors considerably. When the customer buys any product from your physical store using Loyverse POS, SKUPlugs instantly updates stock quantity in Shopify. Conversely, online sales from Shopify will automatically update your inventory levels in Loyverse. You can have the sync happen at near real time or on a schedule basis, depending on your choice according to business needs. SKUPlugs also allows syncing of inventory across multiple locations so that your stock availability will be accurate everywhere you sell. Using this automated inventory syncing helps avoid overselling and builds trust among customers, while you will be growing your business, rather than spending extra time on spreadsheets or duplicate data entry.

How do I set up Loyverse Shopify integration step-by-step?

Setup for Loyverse Shopify integration with SKUPlugs is easy and guided. You first create an account in SKUPlugs and choose the Loyverse–Shopify integration. Then, you securely connect your Shopify store by granting API access via the Shopify Admin Panel. After which, you will be connecting your Loyverse POS by authorizing the application SKUPlugs with your account credentials on Loyverse. When the systems are connected, you will set up sync settings: inventory direction, product mapping, pricing rules, and order sync preferences. SKUPlugs enables you to map products against SKUs or barcodes for correct matching between the platforms. Then you can perform an initial sync after configuration, aligning inventory and product data. Finally, you turn on automatic syncing to keep everything updated moving forward. In addition, SKUPlugs offers documentation and support to help at each step. This, in general, can be done all within a very short period of time and without affecting your ongoing store operations.

Do I need any coding skills to integrate Loyverse with Shopify?

No, you do not need any coding or technical skills to integrate Loyverse with Shopify using SKUPlugs. The integration is particularly designed for retailers and business owners who want a simple, no-code solution. Within SKUPlugs, there is an intuitive dashboard where all connections, sync settings, and configurations can be managed through user-friendly options and toggles. Everything gets guided through the process, from account connection to product mapping and enabling inventory sync. There is no need to write scripts, work directly with APIs, or employ a developer to do the job. Advanced options, such as selective product syncing, order flow control, or location-based inventories, are also set using the simplest of rules. SKUPlugs provides the help documentation and customer service you may need during setup or when running the application. That renders Loyverse Shopify integration open to small businesses, growing retailers, and high-volume merchants alike, regardless of their technical background.

How can I sync product catalogs from Loyverse to Shopify?

With SKUPlugs, the sync of your product catalog from Loyverse to Shopify will be quite easy and effective. With this integration enabled, SKUPlugs fetches the product data directly from Loyverse, including product names, SKUs, barcodes, prices, categories, and stock quantities. You can choose to sync all products or only selected items based on your business needs. SKUPlugs doesn't create product duplication because of its unique identifier matching logic with SKUs or barcodes. If the products are not found in Shopify, they can be created by default during the syncing process. In relation to that, you also have full control over how product information will be handled, such as pricing and descriptions. This will give you a lot of flexibility with how your data flows. To keep catalogs aligned, the process may be automatically scheduled or on-demand in nature. It keeps consistency going between your POS and online store while saving time from manually uploading products. Keeping product catalogs in sync allows SKUPlugs to keep listings accurate, customer experiences much better, and inventory management much smoother across channels.

Can Shopify orders be synced back into Loyverse POS?

Yes, SKUPlugs enables Shopify orders to be automatically synchronized back into the Loyverse POS seamlessly. Whenever an online sale is placed on Shopify, SKUPlugs extracts the information on that sale and sends it into the Loyverse software as either a sale entry or an order entry, depending on how you want the process configured. Order synchronizing also contains information that is considered crucial, including product information, quantities, prices, taxes, and customer information. Inventory updates are automated in the Loyverse system once there are Shopify order synchronizations, and all this information ensures that there are accurate reports, effective order fulfillment, and consistency in your inventories. Through Shopify order synchronizing with your Loyverse, SKUPlugs removes data silos and ensures your POS accurately indicates your business performance, irrespective of where your sales are happening.

What data types are usually synced between Loyverse and Shopify?

The Loyverse Shopify integration by SKUPlugs allows syncing of various key pieces of information. Common pieces of info that are synced include product info such as SKUs, product titles, barcodes, prices, and categories. Inventory levels are also synced. Furthermore, orders from Shopify can be imported into Loyverse, including details of the items, quantity, discount, taxes, and customer information. Depending on the settings, returns and refunds information may also be viewable regarding inventory changes. The flow of data is made secure and uniform by SKUPlugs, minimizing inconsistencies across platforms. The data imported by SKUPlugs enables a retailer to view everything that is happening within a single platform, ensuring that informed decisions, especially regarding inventory, are made.

Is real-time syncing between Loyverse and Shopify possible?

Yes, there can be near-real-time synchronizing between your Loyverse and Shopify accounts using SKUPlugs. The integration is meant to be sensitive to changes such as sales, inventory, and new orders, among others, and then synchronizes these instantly. All this ensures that your inventory stays updated across your POS and online stores. In case of rapid inventory or high-traffic stores, having a frequent or real-time automatic sync will be greatly beneficial. Though one cannot set an exact time for syncing, SKUPlugs will always aim to reduce delays to avoid overselling and inventory discrepancies. It will also allow setting_SYNC time if frequent syncing is not required in a particular case. This will enable businesses to achieve a balance between performance and accuracy in inventory syncing. Near real-time inventory syncing will always enable customers to have accurate views of their stock availability.

What are the common problems when syncing Loyverse and Shopify inventory?

The most common Loyverse to Shopify inventory syncing issues revolve around mismatched SKUs, duplicate products, or wrong 'initial' stock levels. Products not mapping properly result in stock not updating correctly across platforms. Another issue can be when manual inventory adjustments are made outside of the sync rules. SKUPlugs can help solve some of these issues through SKU-level matching, logging of all synchronization details, and notices of failure. It further allows reviewing and correcting mismatches before they reach live stock. In some instances, API restrictions or transient connectivity may cause delays in syncs; however, SKUPlugs will auto-retry and log failures for troubleshooting. Using structured rules and automated monitoring, SKUPlugs substantially mitigates common syncing issues while providing tools to identify and resolve them quickly.

How does Loyverse Shopify integration prevent overselling?

Overselling is prevented through an automated process for synchronizing the inventory made possible through the use of SKUPlugs. Once any item is sold either through the use of the Loyverse POS or the Shopify store, the system automatically updates the levels on both platforms. With SKUPlugs, there are no delays in updating stock, thereby avoiding stock cancellations due to inventory being sold out in another sales channel. In addition, you can establish inventory buffers or rules to add an extra safety net in case customers purchase products that are already out of stock in other sales channels. With this proactive form of inventory management, you will be able to build and uphold good relationships with your customers.

Can I choose which products sync between Loyverse and Shopify?

Yes, SKUPlugs allows you to have full control over which products are synced between Loyverse and Shopify. You can select options to have all products synced or choose items to sync by categories, SKUs, or some other filters. This flexibility is useful if your online and in-store products vary or when you may want to test certain items on Shopify. SKUPlugs' selective syncing prevents unwanted clutters in your online store, ensuring that only the relevant products are managed across different channels. You can also exclude products that may have been discontinued or in-store only from syncing. This level of control helps keep your catalogs clean, your inventory accurate, and your overall store better organized.

What triggers and actions are available for Loyverse Shopify integration?

SKUPlugs employs intelligence in the form of event-based triggers and actions that automatically synchronize Shopify and Loyverse in perfect harmony. Examples of these triggers include new orders received in Shopify, sales processed in the Loyverse POS, changes in inventory, product modifications, or refunds and returns. Whenever these activities are triggered, actions are automatically carried out by SKUPlugs. These common actions include updating the number of products on both platforms, coordinating product info, placing orders in the Loyverse system based on Shopify sales, and updating the stock status for products that are being returned. You can determine how the syncing process works and the events for which certain actions must occur. With the help of these automation triggers and actions, SKUPlugs guarantees that the transfer and exchange of data automatically occur at a fast and correct rate so that retailers will not experience the inefficiencies associated with multichannel selling.

Is there a free or trial option for Loyverse Shopify integration?

Yes, one good thing about SKUPlugs is that it has a trial or demo version called 15-day trial with the purpose of allowing the business to test its loyalty or rewards program integration with Loyverse Shopify integration. Using the trial phase, you can check the validity of the data as well as the performance of syncing. SKUPlugs allows you to be assisted by their onboarding process as you start the trial. It is a great method for companies to learn more about the value and benefits that can be derived from the integration. It is a perfect way for you to learn how you can make your inventory management system and order management system simpler with the assistance of SKUPlugs.

How do I troubleshoot sync failures between Loyverse and Shopify?

SKUPlugs provides easy troubleshooting for errors during the syncing process through the provision of syncing logs and alerts. This means that, upon occurrence, you can easily identify the problem, which can result from a number of factors such as a discrepancy in the SKU, the absence of a product mapping, a problem with the API permission settings, or a temporary internet connection problem. Mostly, issues can be remedied by fixing the SKUs, re-authorizing the connection to Loyverse/Shopify, and merely replaying the sync. Also, to prevent interruptions, there are automatic retries for all features included in SKUPlugs. In cases where additional assistance is required, there is customer support forSKUplugs whose role is to help solve problems.

Does Loyverse Shopify integration support multiple store locations or warehouses?

Indeed, SKUPlugs also has support for several locations of stores/warehouses within the integration with Shopify using Loyverse. This helps in synchronizing your inventory based on different locations, which assists in keeping track of products in both physical and online stores. This functionality comes in handy, especially for retail establishments with several stores or a centralized warehouse. This feature helps ensure that any updates made on the inventory take place in the right location, which helps the company avoid any inventory discrepancies. With improved control over the distribution of the inventory, companies can easily handle growth by eliminating overselling.

How are refunds and returns handled in Loyverse Shopify integration?

Refunds and exchange or return transactions are managed through synchronization of inventory adjustments between Shopify and Loyverse. Upon occurrence of an exchange or return, SKUPlugs automatically adjusts the inventory. This enhances consistency across the platforms and also ensures that the returned merchandise can, if necessary, be sold again. Handling the refund process properly helps improve the accuracy of reporting.

Is Loyverse Shopify integration suitable for high-volume or growing businesses?

Of course, the Loyverse Shopify integration by SKUPlugs is designed to scale up with growing and high-volume businesses. Automated syncing, error handling, and flexible configurations provide enterprise-class reliability even with large product catalogs and frequent transactions. By providing consistent performance with high data accuracy, SKUPlugs enables your business to scale through an increase in order volumes, expansion, omnichannel growth, or increased operational complexity.